General Manager

Paarl Golf Club is a 27-hole course located in the Paarl Winelands region. The Club has a warm tradition of friendliness and has enthusiastically welcomed visitors throughout its 117 years of existence. The Club takes great care of its course framed by mountains, rivers and vineyards.

Paarl Golf Club is looking for a dynamic, experienced General Manager to oversee operations, enhance the golf experience and drive profitability. The candidate will report to the Board of Directors and various committees.

Responsibilities:

• Strategic leadership and business management – develop strategic plans to increase revenue, decrease costs, and enhance performance and membership value
• Oversight of daily operations
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with members and ensure member satisfaction by proactively addressing concerns and providing return on investment
• Ensure a highly satisfactory guest experience
• Operations and facility management
• Management of:
  • Food and beverage
  • Events and functions
  • Golf operations
  • Course maintenance
  • Contracts with service providers
• Oversee the club’s financial performance and ensure profitability
• Manage employee performance and foster a high-performance culture
• Develop marketing strategies and leverage marketing platforms to promote Paarl Golf Club

Requirements

• Relevant business management qualification
• Industry knowledge and experience (golf and/or hospitality)
• Technical golf course knowledge (turf, agronomic and fleet)
• Marketing and sales experience
• Proactive self-starter with excellent problem-solving skills
• Demonstrated successful strategic planning and implementation
• Proven experience in managing budgets and financial forecasting
• Excellent communication, interpersonal and influencing skills
• Strong leadership and management skills
• Ability to work collaboratively with others
• Ability to mentor and motivate team members